A race around the London streets would generate tremendous excitementReuters

Sir Stirling Moss, one of the most respected figures in motor racing, has given his support to the prospect of a London Grand Prix.

Sir Stirling, who lives close to Park Lane and within earshot of where the race would go, is excited by the idea of Formula One cars streaking around London’s streets. The driver who captured the imagination of generations despite never winning a world championship says a London Grand Prix has been a dream since he was a youngster.

“When I was racing, they said we’ll have the Hyde Park GP around Hyde Park, which would have been absolutely stunning,” he said. “They were going to put the pits where the Serpentine was, but the police turned around and said: ‘I’m sorry,…